4 d. ago Just why is Beijing calling for ‘capable’ Hong Kong lawmakers?

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs has hinted at the central government’s dissatisfaction with some in the ‘patriots-only’ Legco.

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1 week ago Hong Kong slams new Trump tariff on Chinese imports, says ‘rectify wrongdoing’

Hong Kong government says imposition of additional 10 per cent tariff is ‘grossly inconsistent’ with WTO rules.

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2 w. ago Hong Kong government slams US senators over resolution on city’s autonomy

Resolution submitted by senators Jim Risch and Jeanne Shaheen a day after Hong Kong finance chief announces city’s budget.

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2 w. ago Hong Kong could rake in billions from basketball betting but experts have doubts

Government has invited the Hong Kong Jockey Club to submit a proposal on expanding its sports gambling options to include basketball.

Science

2 w. ago Pay freeze for Hong Kong civil servants, with 10,000 government posts to be axed

Finance chief says government will ‘lead by example’ and demonstrate commitment to cutting expenditure to reduce budget deficit.

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2 w. ago Budget 2025: how public servant pay cuts will impact you and Hong Kong’s finances

The Post examines whether reducing or freezing salaries of 173,000 government employees will help Hong Kong’s fiscal health.

Economics

2 w. ago Why can’t Hong Kong people enjoy live broadcast of Kai Tak stadium opening?

For all its efforts to promote Hong Kong as an events hub, the government is broadcasting its lack of confidence to deliver when it counts.

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2 w. ago Cancelled taxi strike in Hong Kong highlights the need for government action

Pattern of threat and backdown circles back to the length of time it is taking to put the point-to-point transport market on a proper legal footing.

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2 w. ago Hong Kong developer will return part of wetland site to government management: report

Environmental impact assessment of site, located in Nam Sang Wai and Lut Chau, also states one-off funding for conservation to be offered.

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2 w. ago Show me the money: unveiling Hong Kong’s 10 biggest spenders in government

As finance chief urges tightening of purse strings ahead of next budget, the Post looks at which government agencies have the highest bill.

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3 w. ago Cut deficit, create bold budget moves – Paul Chan’s mission impossible?

Hong Kong’s government has been urged to push development forward by Beijing, but what does that entail in an era of belt-tightening?

Events

3 w. ago Hong Kong taxi strike cancelled after meeting government advisory body

City leader John Lee earlier urged top taxi union against taking any drastic action and to instead discuss solutions with transport advisory body.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong taxi strike cancelled after union meets government advisory body

City leader John Lee earlier urged top taxi union against taking any drastic action and to instead discuss solutions with transport advisory body.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong government slams wanted activist for criticising HK$800,000 confiscation

Australia-based Ted Hui hits back at court for granting government’s ‘absurd’ application to seize his assets.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong slams fugitive Ted Hui for criticising HK$800,000 asset seizure

Former lawmaker calls court order ‘absurd’ and ‘violation of human rights’, as government says assets not confiscated arbitrarily.

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3 w. ago Rise in energy use for a third of Hong Kong government offices: study

NGOs urge explanation over findings the offices used more energy in 2023-24 than five years ago; government says it is on track for targets.

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